飞行汽车，首次在公众面前坠机起火

Core Insights - An accident involving two eVTOL aircraft occurred during a rehearsal for the Changchun Airshow, with one aircraft crashing and catching fire. This incident marks the first public crash of an eVTOL in China [1] - The eVTOLs involved are part of XPeng Huitian's flying car product line, which is still in the testing and certification phase [2][5] - The crash is under investigation, with initial reports suggesting that close proximity and strong winds may have contributed to the incident [3][9] Company Overview - Guangdong Huitian General Aviation, established in 2021, is a subsidiary of XPeng Huitian and is responsible for operating the eVTOLs. The company is involved in commercial non-transport and private aviation operations [2] - XPeng Huitian's flying car, referred to as the "land carrier," is designed to operate both on the ground and in the air, featuring a unique design that allows it to fit into a car trunk [2][5] Industry Context - The eVTOL industry is still in its infancy, with no manned eVTOLs having received airworthiness certification yet. Current certifications are limited to unmanned eVTOLs [7] - The certification process for eVTOLs is complex and lengthy, requiring multiple tests to ensure safety before commercial operations can begin [5][8] - The industry is learning from incidents like this crash, which highlight the need for improved safety standards and pilot training requirements as eVTOLs move towards commercial use [8][9]